The whole process lasted 2 months, from application to offer made. The application process was very smooth and very fast- One of the best student recruitment teams I have come across.
It was broken down in 6 stages.
Application form
Cosmic cadet psychometric game- I found this pretty fun.
Online testing
—> First interview (case study and competency based interviews)
After being successful in the screening process I waited around a month to be scheduled in for the first round interviews. Seeing that a slot became available last minute I was only notified 1 day in advance of the interview.
The case study I found to be pretty straight forward and the time given was more than enough to read through and prepare notes.
You had 30 minutes to read through the case study, and then the interviewer will come in and ask you questions around your findings to try and gauge how you think.
Then I was asked questions around my projects, experience, and how it will aid the firm.
There were a few commercial awareness questions thrown in there for good measure- Who is Deloitte, who do we work with, what do we do- etc.
I had two interviews and I seemed to have good chemistry with both of them (it’s very important as these are the people you will be working with).
Overall the interview was 1hr and 40 minutes .
—> Final interview (Partner Interview)
I had the Partner Interview two weeks after the first interview (the process was rather fast). I was told 3 days in advance when my partner interview was going to be.
I had to prepare a (commercial awareness) presentation around the topic that was given to me, 5 minutes presenting 10 minutes questioning.
Then it was more of a values based interview. you can find Deloitte values on their website.
The interview was 1 hour long, but it seemed so short as we really clicked. In all honesty it was a very relaxed interview, the partner complimented many aspects of my answers and loved my presentation.
When you get to the partner stage, know that they really like you as a candidate, so just relax and be yourself.
—> Additional tips
Know your service line inside and out (read and study if you have to), relate it to your experience.
Be confident in your answers
Know the latest news about Deloitte, and their services, plans for the future, and why you would be a good fit.
Keep up to date with news
Know Deloitte’s competitors
Show that you really want this job- most people miss this part. Don’t say it, but show it.
PREPARE, PREPARE, PREPARE!
—> Offer made/ rejected stage
My interview was on a Friday morning, I got a call on Tuesday morning confirming that I got an offer (It was bank holiday Monday so it was a stressful 3 days).
A few questions they asked:
Why Deloitte over other companies? What are your expectations of the role? Last time you adapted? Last time you were curious? Why are you interested in Forensic Technology? Why are you hungry for success? (there were many more questions but they came up as the conversation/ interview flowed).
I hope this helped anyone applying for Forensic Technology, if you need any more info, please pop your questions below.